FAQs

What is required for an FHA Exempt Transfer due to Death?

  • Six (6) months of consecutive bank statements showing payments made to the loan only by the assuming party.
    • If the bank statements cannot be provided, the assuming party will be required to go through a full credit qualification review or wait until six (6) consecutive timely payments are made.
  • If the assuming party is not on the loan, the following documents are required:
    • Driver’s License
    • Social Security Card
  • Death Certificate
  • Will/Probate documents
  • Recorded Quitclaim Deed
  • Homeowners insurance policy that lists only the assuming party as the insured.

Download Assumption Scenario for an FHA Exempt Transfer due to Death (PDF)